People who share a fundraising page on social media are four times more likely to donate than those who don’t, and those that share using a mobile device are seven times more likely to give, according to a report by JustGiving.

Samaritans has confirmed that it has permanently closed its app that was designed to monitor people’s Twitter feeds for signs they might be struggling emotionally, following a backlash on Twitter accusing it of being an invasion of privacy.

Charities in the UK will be able to advertise volunteer opportunities to 250,000 LinkedIn members who have declared an interest in volunteering or trusteeship, using a service launched today by the business network.